Two individuals were hospitalized following an incident involving the "Star Flyer" ride at a Christmas fair in Birmingham.
The ride malfunctioned and suddenly dropped to the ground while in operation, prompting emergency services to respond swiftly. A total of 13 people were affected, with two women sustaining non-life-threatening injuries and taken to Midland Metropolitan University Hospital for further treatment.
The remaining individuals received on-site evaluations and were discharged without needing hospitalization. The incident disrupted the festive atmosphere in Centenary Square, and authorities are investigating the cause of the ride's failure.